Since we are directly in the middle of the biggest holiday season of the year I thought it would be a great time to debunk one of the most common holiday myths. If you’re like most people you will enjoy plenty of food during these weeks and I’m sure turkey will be on the menu. [...]
With summer quickly fading and the weather starting to cool it is getting to be that time of the year. October usually marks the start of flu season and we are gearing up here at Whaleys. We have already received a large shipment of flu vaccines and are currently vaccinating people who are interested. Remember, [...]
As the new managing pharmacist at the East End store I’m excited to start writing the monthly newsletter and getting to open up another avenue of conversation between myself and my patients. Since this is my first newsletter I thought it would be a good idea to introduce myself as most of you get used [...]
Volume 1, Issue 3
Is an aspirin a day appropriate for you?
The recommendation has been for men and women to start on an aspirin-a-day regimen when they reach a certain age to prevent a FIRST or SECOND heart attack or stroke. New studies have been released with updated recommendations.
In general, aspirin 81mg a day is recommended [...]
Original Post: February 19, 2010
Volume 1, Issue 2
ABCs of preventing Heart Disease
February is National Heart Disease Awareness month. In honor of that, this issue of Whaley’s Wisdom is devoted to a healthy heart. The American Heart Association has these ABCs for preventing heart disease:
Avoid Tobacco. If you smoke, quit. If someone in your household smokes, [...]
Original Post: January 15, 2010
Volume 1, Issue 1
Fighting off winter illness
There are many things that can be done to fight off illnesses during the winter:
Get a flu shot! Flu shots help to minimize the chance of catching influenza.
Avoid people who are sick. Encourage others to stay home if they are sick and take precautions around [...]
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